hagel testified par the committee a week and a half ago. here's a look at his testimony. >> my 12 years in the senate, by one guiding principle on every sector decision i made and every vote i cast was always this -- simply this -- it is our policy -- is our policy worthy of our troops and their families and the sacrifices that we asked them to make? that's in question will guide me if i'm confirmed as secretary. our men and women and their families never to doubt that their leaders priorities is them. i believe my record of leadership on veterans' issues over the years going back to my services in the veterans administration under reagan domestic my commitment to veterans and their families. when must always take care of our people. that is why i will work to ensure that everyone who volunteers to fight for this country has the same rights and same opportunities as i have discussed with many of you in our meetings. i am fully committed to implementing the repeal of don't ask don't tell. and doing everything possible under current law to pr